The Arab States Broadcasting Union (ASBU) participated in the 58th Ordinary Session of the Higher Coordination Committee for Joint Arab Action, held in Amman, Jordan, from 22 to 24 June 2026, at the invitation of the Association of Arab Universities. ASBU was represented by its Director General, Eng. Abdelrahim Suleiman.
The meeting addressed a range of strategic issues, notably the outcomes of the First Arab Annual Forum on Artificial Intelligence, proposals to establish an Arab Artificial Intelligence Observatory based on big data, as well as topics related to Arab economic integration, energy and food security, digital transformation, and AI governance.
This year’s session carried special significance as it included a tribute to His Excellency Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, ahead of the end of his mandate. The tribute highlighted his distinguished leadership and his key role in advancing joint Arab action, as well as his continued support for Arab specialized organizations throughout his ten-year term.
Aboul Gheit Expresses Pride in a Decade of Achievements
In his address to the Committee, His Excellency Ahmed Aboul Gheit emphasized the importance of the Higher Coordination Committee for Joint Arab Action, describing it as one of the main pillars of joint Arab action and a key platform for strengthening coordination and integration among Arab specialized organizations and institutions.
He expressed his pride in the achievements and collective efforts accomplished over the past decade, which have contributed to advancing joint Arab action and enhancing its mechanisms. He also extended his appreciation to the institutions and organizations involved, as well as to the General Secretariat of the League of Arab States, for their continued efforts in serving Arab causes and fostering cooperation and coordination.
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Aboul Gheit: Final Participation as Secretary-General
The session marked the final participation of His Excellency Ahmed Aboul Gheit in the Committee in his capacity as Secretary-General of the League of Arab States and Chair of the Committee. He expressed confidence that cooperation and coordination between the General Secretariat and Arab organizations would continue in the next phase.
The meeting also provided an opportunity for participating organizations to review their key achievements over the past decade. Through presentations and reports, they highlighted a range of programmes, initiatives, and projects implemented across development, economic, social, scientific, and media fields.
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ASBU Presents a Decade of Development, Modernization and Growth
As part of these presentations, the Arab States Broadcasting Union (ASBU) presented a documentary titled “A Decade of Development, Modernization and Growth”, highlighting ASBU's achievements between 2016 and 2026. The film reviewed key milestones achieved under the umbrella of the League of Arab States, with the continuous support and close follow-up of Secretary-General His Excellency Ahmed Aboul Gheit.
The presentation highlighted ASBU’s efforts in strengthening media coverage of Arab and international events through the modernization of news and programme exchange systems among member broadcasters, the expansion of cooperation with regional and international broadcasting unions, and its presence in Arab regions affected by security tensions.
It also showcased ASBU’s progress in media training following the establishment of the ASBU Media Training Academy in 2017, as well as its leading role in advancing the digital transformation of the Arab audiovisual media sector. This included the modernization of exchange and broadcasting systems, the launch of advanced digital platforms, and the expansion of international technological partnerships.
The presentation also reviewed the evolution of the Arab Radio and Television Festival, which in recent years has developed into a major media and cultural event combining both professional and public dimensions. It also highlighted the launch of the Arab Media Congress, which has become an annual platform for dialogue on strategic issues shaping Arab media and its future.
One of the key highlights of the presentation was the ASBU’s self-financing policy, adopted over recent years. Through this approach, ASBU has been able to launch several major investment projects aimed at strengthening its financial resources and ensuring the sustainability of its activities.
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